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Varscona is situated on Whyte Avenue in historic Old Strathcona. We are among some of the Edmonton’s best and local restaurants, boutiques, cafes and unique shops. The area is known for its intimate entertainment venues, theatres and festivals including North America's largest Fringe Theatre Festival.

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Edmonton's biggest indoor year round farmers' market. Fresh from the farm to your family! Open every Saturday with over 130 vendors selling only the freshest local food and handmade arts and crafts.

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DaDeO New Orleans Diner & Bar is the place for good times, great music, and fantastic food. Whether you're craving a Po'boy, some Jambalaya or a slice of Key Lime pie, we have something to suit all tastes.

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Born through a mutual love for delicious food and drink, Three Boars quickly became a destination for locally inspired small plates, craft cocktails and beer. Presented in a warm and casual atmosphere, it is a great stop for all occasions including the after work pint, awkward first dates and Moms 60th birthday celebration.

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Cafe Mosaics is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant that serves up delicious, homestyle food made from scratch. Using fresh whole foods and organic tonic herbs sourced from responsible farms near and far, our mission is to add a little joy to your day while healing your body simultaneously.

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In the energetic heart of Old Strathcona, local artists take you on a journey unlike any other. From renowned talent and diverse programming, to thought-provoking performances and unconventional entertainment, the Varscona Theatre offers a fascinating escape from the expected. It’s Edmonton theatre like you’ve never seen it before.

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Finding the perfect outfit at a chic boutique, sipping and socializing on a summer patio and enjoying world class festivals, entertainment and live music are just a few of the incredible experiences that you will have in Old Strathcona and on Whyte Avenue.

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Aspiring to be a great 21st century research and teaching institution, the U of A aims to uplift leaders of tomorrow by creating a learning and research environment that is similar to and competitive with the world’s finest universities.

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Experience the 23 hectares of parkland and the historical monuments that make up the Legislature as we know it today. Enjoy other features of the grounds, including the beautiful gardens, wading pools and fountains in the summer and the seasonal lights and skating in the winter.

William Hawrelak Park

Da De O New Orleans Diner and Bar

Distance:0.06 KMfrom hotel

DaDeO New Orleans Diner & Bar is the place for good times, great music, and fantastic food. Whether you're craving a Po'boy, some Jambalaya or a slice of Key Lime pie, we have something to suit all tastes.

Three Boars Eatery

Distance:1.0 KMfrom hotel

Born through a mutual love for delicious food and drink, Three Boars quickly became a destination for locally inspired small plates, craft cocktails and beer. Presented in a warm and casual atmosphere, it is a great stop for all occasions including the after work pint, awkward first dates and Moms 60th birthday celebration.

Café Mosaics

Distance:0.5 KMfrom hotel

Cafe Mosaics is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant that serves up delicious, homestyle food made from scratch. Using fresh whole foods and organic tonic herbs sourced from responsible farms near and far, our mission is to add a little joy to your day while healing your body simultaneously.

Varscona Theatre

Distance:0.5 KMfrom hotel

In the energetic heart of Old Strathcona, local artists take you on a journey unlike any other. From renowned talent and diverse programming, to thought-provoking performances and unconventional entertainment, the Varscona Theatre offers a fascinating escape from the expected. It’s Edmonton theatre like you’ve never seen it before.

Old Strathcona

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Finding the perfect outfit at a chic boutique, sipping and socializing on a summer patio and enjoying world class festivals, entertainment and live music are just a few of the incredible experiences that you will have in Old Strathcona and on Whyte Avenue.

University of Alberta

Distance:2.0 KMfrom hotel

Aspiring to be a great 21st century research and teaching institution, the U of A aims to uplift leaders of tomorrow by creating a learning and research environment that is similar to and competitive with the world’s finest universities.

Rogers Place

Alberta Legislature Grounds

Distance:3.8 KMfrom hotel

Experience the 23 hectares of parkland and the historical monuments that make up the Legislature as we know it today. Enjoy other features of the grounds, including the beautiful gardens, wading pools and fountains in the summer and the seasonal lights and skating in the winter.